Procurement Category Manager

Why Join Us?
Southern Cross Media Group (ASX: SXL) is one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across broadcast television, audio, publishing and digital. The company owns some of Australia’s most renowned media businesses and platforms, including Southern Cross Austereo (SCA), the Seven Network and its channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; LiSTNR; the Hit and Triple M radio networks; The Nightly; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; and PerthNow.

We believe in the power of collaboration, innovation, and pushing boundaries to deliver exceptional experiences to our listeners. We are forging the way for the future of audio.

Join our Southern Cross Media Group Procurement team, where your success is at the heart of everything we do.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Procurement Category Manager to provide strategic guidance and/or lead sourcing and supplier management activities across a diverse portfolio of indirect spend categories, including Technology, Travel and Marketing.

This role will partner closely with business stakeholders to deliver cost optimisation, supplier performance improvements, risk management outcomes, and long-term value creation.

The successful candidate will bring strong category management capability, stakeholder engagement skills, and experience operating in a fast-paced corporate environment.

What does your day to day look like?

• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including market analysis, RFx processes, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract execution
• Conduct spend analysis and identify opportunities to drive cost savings, efficiencies, and long-term value
• Partner with stakeholders to understand business needs and provide strategic procurement and commercial guidance
• Manage supplier relationships, including governance, performance monitoring, contract lifecycle support, and risk management
• Ensure procurement activities align with governance frameworks, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and track procurement outcomes, including savings, supplier performance, and operational efficiency

What you’ll need:  

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Procurement or Category Management across multiple indirect spend categories.
• Demonstrated experience managing Technology, Travel, Marketing, and/or Corporate Services categories.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, sourcing methodologies, supplier governance, and category management practices.
• Strong commercial negotiation, contract management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience managing supplier governance and third-party risk frameworks.
• Experience within the media industry (preferred).
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Let us sweeten the deal! 

• Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your career

• Wellbeing Perks – Extra leave for your birthday and volunteering, plus free and discounted concert and footy tickets. Enjoy free coffee and treats in the office!
• Industry-leading Paid Parental Leave – 20 weeks paid leave for the primary carer, with a gender-neutral policy.
• Salary Packaging – Access novated leasing and exclusive discounts on top brands and gyms.
• Fitness Passport – Enjoy discounted access to a broad range of gyms and swimming pools across Australia
• SCA GIGs – Our internal talent development program helps you cross-skill and grow within SCA.
• Award-winning culture that values your unique self, fosters creativity, and supports your career growth.

Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and fair hiring. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and ensure a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

SCA is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during your interview, please let us know. We’re happy to support your needs to ensure a fair and comfortable experience. Reach out to careers@sca.com.au for assistance.

Keen? Apply now by submitting your resume via our careers page.